I think Shanny and co. have gone about things the right way so far, from limiting his media time to crafting the offense to fit his skill set.

mbedner3420

08-16-2012 03:08 PM

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[quote=Mattyk;931168]I think Shanny and co. have gone about things the right way so far, from limiting his media time to crafting the offense to fit his skill set.[/quote]

I agree completely. I think they have done everything in their power to minimize distractions and make him comfortable as he transitions out of the Baylor system and into the Shanahan system.

RonnieBurgundy

08-16-2012 03:23 PM

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[quote=mbedner3420;931170]I agree completely. I think they have done everything in their power to minimize distractions and make him comfortable as he transitions out of the Baylor system and into the Shanahan system.[/quote]

Definitely, even as far as limiting his exposure to the media. That can have a huge effect on a rookie. All the badgering and questions can either make his head big, or his eyes. Neither are something that we need right now.

RonnieBurgundy

08-16-2012 03:23 PM

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Reply fail. I should read thoroughly

NYCskinfan82

08-16-2012 03:27 PM

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He's a Rookie IMO the FO needed to sheild him like this.

RonnieBurgundy

08-16-2012 03:29 PM

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Absolutely. Even though he's probably already one of the more level-headed players, it's still unexplored territory. Too much of ANYTHING is bad

mooby

08-16-2012 03:30 PM

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In the years I've been a fan, I don't think we've ever seen a rookie carry as much weight on his shoulders as RG3 has. What they are doing right now is smart, and I agree with it, because he's got a hell of a lot of hype to live up to. This might end up being Mike Shanny's career defining moment, even moreso than his two SB wins.

REDSKINS4ever

08-16-2012 04:24 PM

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RG3 already has enough pressure on him. Limiting his press time will help somewhat in removing some of that pressure.

RedskinRat

08-16-2012 06:03 PM

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RGIII seems from all evidence to revel in the media so far.

I'm sure that will change and be a real test of his character should he have a few-game slide at some point but I think he's a solid kid and up to the task.

He's the real deal.

HailGreen28

08-16-2012 06:37 PM

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It's a little late now. Would have been a little late as far back as the draft.

“I love talking to you guys,” Griffin said. “It’s great every single time, but that’s Coach Mike’s decision. He wants me to talk to you guys once a week, so I’m talking to you guys once a week. The biggest thing is that I’m the quarterback and I’m the face of the team, the face of the franchise. I think we all understand that. The guys understand that if I’m getting all the attention, we’re doing extremely well on the field.”

Please don't start to get cocky, RGIII. You aren't the face of the franchise yet, though we hope you will be.

Mechanix544

08-16-2012 07:57 PM

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[quote=HailGreen28;931199]It's a little late now. Would have been a little late as far back as the draft.

“I love talking to you guys,” Griffin said. “It’s great every single time, but that’s Coach Mike’s decision. He wants me to talk to you guys once a week, so I’m talking to you guys once a week. The biggest thing is that I’m the quarterback and I’m the face of the team, the face of the franchise. I think we all understand that. The guys understand that if I’m getting all the attention, we’re doing extremely well on the field.”

Please don't start to get cocky, RGIII. You aren't the face of the franchise yet, though we hope you will be.[/quote]

sorry, but after trading 3 firsts and a second, and literally handicapping us in the draft for the next TWO years, I think its safe to say that he will be the face of the franchise for at LEAST the next 3 years. I say three years in case he is horrible, but hopefully for 23 years if he is awesome.

RGIII

08-16-2012 08:19 PM

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I'm impressed with how the team is getting RGIII prepared for the season. I think Cooley summed it up nicely in his interview on NFLam.